MD Radiotherapy

MD Radiotherapy is a 3-year postgraduate program training specialists in radiation oncology, equipping them to manage cancer patients using radiotherapy, chemotherapy, and a multidisciplinary approach, with focus on research, teaching, and academic leadership.

Description:
The program provides comprehensive training in clinical oncology, radiological physics, cancer epidemiology, diagnostic methods, and multidisciplinary management. Trainees gain theoretical and practical expertise to deliver safe, ethical, and compassionate care. Emphasis is placed on cancer prevention, early detection, patient rehabilitation, emotional support, and academic development including research, thesis writing, and teaching. Training is conducted at Bir Hospital and other cancer centers in Nepal.

Curricular Structure (Tentative Table):

Features:

• Comprehensive training in radiation oncology and clinical oncology
• Emphasis on safe, ethical, and compassionate cancer care
• Multidisciplinary treatment approach with surgery, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy
• Research methodology, thesis writing, and critical analysis of literature
• Teaching skills and academic leadership development
• Knowledge of cancer prevention, early detection, and rehabilitation

Fee:

• Tentative: NPR 2,381,760

Admission Process:

1. MBBS or equivalent degree recognized by Nepal Medical Council.
2. Minimum 2 years clinical experience in recognized hospitals after temporary registration.
3. Minimum 50% marks in MECEE-PG written entrance examination.
4. Selection based on:
   • 60% written exam
   • 40% experience and academic criteria: remote area experience (max 20%), relevant PG diplomas (5%), MBBS score (5%), ISC/equivalent (5%), SLC/equivalent (5%)

Job Prospects:

• Radiation oncologist in hospitals and cancer centers
• Clinical researcher in oncology
• Academic faculty in medical colleges
• Consultant in cancer prevention and multidisciplinary oncology programs